9 Memory Care Facilities in Virginia Beach, VA
The average cost of memory care in Virginia Beach is $5,553 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,900. Cheaper nearby regions include Chesapeake with an average starting cost of $4,925.
To help you with your search, browse the 45 reviews below for memory care facilities in Virginia Beach. On average, consumers rate memory care in Virginia Beach 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Chesapeake with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 13 families in Virginia Beach find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Virginia Beach, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 5 Memory Care Facilities in Virginia Beach, VA
The Waterford at Virginia Beach
The Memory Center Virginia Beach
Atria Virginia Beach
Harmony at Independence
Brookdale Virginia Beach
Bickford of Virginia Beach
Commonwealth Senior Living at King's ...
The Gardens of Virginia Beach
Bay Lake
What to Consider About Memory Care in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach has a large senior community that comprises over 12 percent of the 450,000-person population. The city is situated on the southeastern coast of Virginia, a state where more than 140,000 people have Alzheimer's disease. The Virginia Beach area provides an array of resources for local seniors with dementia and their families, as well as more than half a dozen memory care facilities.
In Virginia Beach, memory care facilities are officially referred to as "special care units," or SCUs. Some SCUs are freestanding, while others are located within secure wings of assisted living facilities. Assisted living facilities that house memory care units must meet specialized requirements regarding staffing, staff training, safety and security features and admission policies. SCUs are licensed and monitored by the Virginia Department of Social Services.
- Seniors in Virginia Beach do not pay taxes on income received from Social Security. While other types of retirement income are taxable, they are deductible up to $12,000. This may allow seniors to put more money into their memory care budget.
- While the overall cost of living is about 15 percent higher than the national average, it is on par for the statewide cost of living. Healthcare expenses are relatively high at roughly 15 percent higher than state and national averages, which may be a concern for seniors managing a chronic condition like Alzheimer's disease.
- The violent crime rate in Virginia Beach is lower than regional, state and national averages, which may provide peace of mind for families with loved ones in memory care in the city. On a scale of 1 to 100, with 1 being low crime, the violent crime rate is 13.8, compared to the state average of 19.7 and the U.S. average of 31.1. The rate of property crime is higher than the state and national average at 40.0 but lower than the regional average of 45.3.
- The air quality in Virginia Beach is good, which may appeal to seniors who have cardiovascular disease or respiratory illnesses. The city tied for 1st for cleanest metropolitan areas in the country for 24-hour particle pollution.
Paying for Memory Care in Virginia Beach
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Virginia
Memory Care costs in Virginia Beach start around $5,568 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,048 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Virginia Beach and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Virginia Beach
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Virginia page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Virginia Beach, please visit our Memory Care in Virginia page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Virginia are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Virginia page for more information about these laws.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Virginia Beach
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Review of Bay Lake
I visited a friend mother who lives in Memory Care at Bay Lake, I was greeted as if I were a family member and was really impressed at how the staff and residents interacted. The facility is clean... Read more
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Review of Bickford of Virginia Beach
I have chosen Bickford of Virginia Beach for my mother because the entire facility is secure. The facility is clean. The staff is great. They are very warm and welcoming. The location is also near ... Read more
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Review of The Waterford at Virginia Beach
Our visit to The Waterford at Virginia Beach was an excellent experience. I like the rooms and the care they give there. The staff was very professional, too. I met a lot of them, and they assisted... Read more
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